I was born in 1950. I was the third daughter of Faye and Henry. Shortly after my birth, they purchased their first black and white television.
Things have really changed a lot in my lifetime. As a little girl, I remember picking up the telephone, and hearing my neighbor’s conversation. It was called a party line. You shared your phone line with your neighbors. A milkman delivered the milk every day. You turned on the radio, and television with a knob.
I fully expected to grow up, get married, and raise a family. I did do all of those things. My husband is a wonderful man, and my grown-up children, (2 girls and 1 boy, + one terrific son-in-law) are the icing on the cake.
I also picked up a few degrees in education, and worked in the schools. I also tried other areas, like drug and alcohol rehab, and helping people with disabilities obtain employment.
After I retired, I started writing. I really enjoy it. You can presently read some of my articles in a little newspaper, call The New Standard, http://www.thenewstandardonline.com. I’ve also written in a magazine and the local newspaper.
I have gotten to interview local musicians, authors, and other people who are well-known in the Columbus community. It’s been so much fun. It’s something I love to do. I think it’s important to follow your passion.
Blogging seems to be a lot of fun too. I am a novice, and there is so much I don’t know! I appreciate any advice experienced bloggers can give me!
I am really trying to keep up with technology, but it isn’t the easiest thing. I am fascinated with blogging, and I like the idea that other people will read my writing and even comment on it. It’s an ego thing I guess. It’s a new way to connect with others.
I am Hoping4astory on Twitter, and invite you to be one of my followers!
Thanks for liking my article. I’m new to wordpress (a Tumblr refugee)..lol.
Another +60 writer. Yipeee! I’ve been blogging for a little more than 2 years. I am writing an iBook on my monetizing experience. I recommend http://www.BlogHer.com for a eye-opening world to blogging. I’ve been syndicated there (Look for TheBlackTortoise, that’s me.) I can’t wait to dig in and read some of your stories. I will follow you on Twitter, too. (TheBlackTortoise)
I’m blogging my heart out. I’d love to know how to monetize my blog. Thank you so much for your comment!
thank you. I will look at that book. I really appreciate you following my blog. I love your writing. It’s really good.
Hello, I just wanted to stop by to say thank you for subscribing to my blog. Happy blogging!
Hi Barb, I didn’t know this is YOU! Welcome to the blogosphere. Not that I know more than you do, just been at it longer! Thanks for visiting my blog and liking.
Glad to find another blogger of similar background and age. Isn’t it wonderful to discover this new adventure in a life that has already been so full?
There are a lot of us out there! We are, after all, the baby boomers. Can’t wait to read your blog!
Hi,
I like where you are going with your website. Keep up the good work. I aslo like your writing.
I wish you the best for the future and I am looking forward to your blog postings.
Ciao,
Patricia
I don’t know where I’m going with my blog. I’m trying out different things. It’s a way to get out some of my stuff. I’ll look at yours too!
thanks for the comments.
Hi there! I’m Biddy Bytes, blogging for almost two years. In fact, my anniversary is coming up around the birthday for our country. Just finished first book I’m self-publishing called Grandpa and the Truck: Book 1 at grandpaandthetruck.com (ready soon.) It’s the first of a series of books for children 4-8 I’m set to release. Why tell you all this? To welcome you into the blogging world of older ‘sistas and brothas’ and to tell you I’ve found this business transformative. If I hadn’t been blogging, I might not have done that next step of self-pubbing. It gave me the courage. I got more used to putting myself out there, overcoming the feeling of “Maybe my stuff’s not good enough.” So, welcome…you and I do not know each other at all…yet we now converse. My story about how I got into this will be on my own blog for the special 4th. of July post, coming soon.
Good for you. I’m actually not brand new to the world of blogging. I’ve been at it for about 6 months. I’m thinking the name of my blog might be too limiting. Would I want to read something about a kid finding joy at 20? I’m not really sure why I’m doing it. I like to fancy myself a writer. It also works like therapy. A lot cheaper! I am disappointed that more people aren’t fascinated with every word I have to say. It’s all about me. How spoiled is that? I will look at yours! thanks for responding.
I have named you for the Seven Things About Me Award, in no small measure because I would like to read your answers. http://bethwarstadt.com/2012/09/18/seven-things-about-me-award-2/
Best always, Beth
Hi. I’m an older blogger too. About 7 years your senior, it looks like. (That makes me a war baby, not a boomer.) Been at it for about 10 years if you count all the early fits and starts.
Thanks for visiting my blog. Now I’m off to explore yours.
I see you are an old editor. I read your piece on Lance Armstrong, and I could tell you were a seasoned writer. I look forward to following your blog!
I googled 60’s Thanksgiving this morning looking for an image and found your blog on Thanksgiving and then click the About Me. Writing is a challenge for me, so I find myself at a disadvantage in the age of blogging and twitter etc.
Nobody is at a disadvantage. Nobody is giving you a grade. Just write your heart out!
Hello and happy new year to you! Thank you for dropping by. It’s good to see the vintage telly up there, i thought it’s really cool. hope it still works he he.
Thank you for responding. I would say the telly is long gone. Are you British? My son’s friend was British, and she called the television the telly. I thought it was very cute!
A quick thanks for all your comments this year (I’m in California at the moment, so still in 2012), and look forward to hearing from you in 2013. Very happy New Year!
I’ve enjoyed it, and thank you too!
Thank you! I am a little behind on my replies.
No problem, Barbara. I’m behind myself. Hope you have a blessed Christmas holiday season and a wonderful New Year.
Barbara – I’ve linked you on my site for The Sunshine Award at http://plaintalkandordinarywisdom.com/thank-you-for-the-sunshine-award/.
Thank you for the reads and your support.
How sweet! Thank you.
Hi there! My name is Cameron Von St. James and I had a quick question for you! I was wondering if you could email me at your earliest convenience at cvonstjames AT gmail DOT com 🙂 I greatly appreciate your time!!
Thank you for sharing with us, and thank you also for popping in at my blog home 🌺
You’re welcome! Sorry this reply is so late. I’m still a little shaky on manipulating myself around wordpress.